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France's Michael Olise Explains His Japanese Tattoo Ahead of the World Cup

France's Michael Olise Explains His Japanese Tattoo Ahead of the World Cup

Summary

Michael Olise, a French soccer player, explained the meaning behind his Japanese tattoo before the World Cup. The tattoo represents "kaizen," a Japanese idea about improving a little every day, which Olise says inspires his playing.

Key Facts

  • Michael Olise is a 25-year-old soccer player for France and Bayern Munich.
  • He has played two strong seasons in the German Bundesliga and won the Player of the Year award narrowly over teammate Harry Kane.
  • Olise scored three goals in a recent match against Northern Ireland before the World Cup.
  • He has a tattoo on his ankle with Japanese kanji characters.
  • The tattoo means "kaizen," a philosophy about continuous, small improvements.
  • Olise first heard about "kaizen" from a coach at Crystal Palace, his former English club.
  • France aims to win a third straight World Cup and will play against Senegal in the group stage.
  • Olise is seen as one of the promising new stars in European soccer.
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